Audit Manager

Primary Job Title:
Audit Manager

Alternate/Related Job Titles:

• Senior Audit Consultant
• Internal Audit Manager
• Risk and Compliance Manager

Location:
Toronto, ON

Onsite Flexibility:
Hybrid — 4 days a week in office

Contract Details:

• Position Type:
  Contract
• Contract Duration:
  18 months (approx.)
• Start:
  As Soon As Possible
• Pay Rate:
  C$65 - C$75/hour

Job Summary

The
Audit Manager
will oversee complex audit programs across multiple business lines within a major Canadian financial institution. This role requires leadership in audit planning, execution, reporting, and communication with senior management. The successful candidate will leverage strong analytical, risk management, and leadership skills to ensure operational excellence and adherence to regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a
  subject matter expert
  on audit engagements, providing guidance on planning, risk assessment, and execution.
• Lead audits requiring coordination across multiple business areas and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with internal clients, senior management, and external auditors.
• Develop and implement audit programs aligned with corporate objectives and regulatory expectations.
• Direct and review findings, ensuring clear and actionable recommendations.
• Support ongoing communication of audit results and follow-up on remediation efforts.
• Stay current with
  industry regulations and emerging risks
  , providing insights to improve team efficiency.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing work environment.

Required Experience

• 7+ years of progressive experience in
  financial services audit or internal controls
  .
• Proven expertise in end-to-end audit lifecycle management — from planning through remediation.
• Advanced understanding of
  audit methodologies, business transformation, and risk frameworks
  .
• Experience with
  data analysis, audit software tools
  , and reporting techniques.
• Strong understanding of
  financial institutions, investment, and fund operations
  .

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Experience in
  wealth management or capital markets
  audit.
• Accounting or audit-related designation (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA).
• Experience in a
  large financial institution
  environment.

Required Skills

• Audit planning and execution
• Risk assessment and controls evaluation
• Stakeholder communication and influence

Preferred Skills

• Data analytics and reporting
• Leadership and mentoring in audit teams
• Business process and operational efficiency improvement

Additional Skills

• SOX and risk framework familiarity
• Audit documentation and follow-up reporting
• Cross-functional coordination
• Analytical thinking and judgment under pressure
• Microsoft and Windows applications proficiency

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Accounting or audit-related certification preferred (CPA, CIA, or equivalent)

Benefits

Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans

401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

A
top 10 bank in Canada and North America
, providing comprehensive financial services across retail, commercial, wealth management, and wholesale banking. The client supports innovation and responsible growth to help customers thrive in an evolving financial landscape.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 companies in finance, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors across North America.

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